Results are in for a study to determine the characteristics of Bakken crude. The findings show Bakken crude is similar to other North American light sweet crudes, and doesn't pose a greater risk to transport by rail than other transportation fuel. READ MORESHARE

In the past decade, the amount of crude by rail has quadrupled, according to Kip Wills, director of the U.S. Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration's Central Region. The increase doesn't appear to be slowing, he said at the 2014 WBPC. READ MORESHARE

Until now, the state has been lenient with flaring restrictions, often allowing operators to exceed the one-year deadline to stop flaring after a well is brought online. "We aren't going to allow that anymore," Dalrymple said.READ MORESHARE

As trucking operations remain a critical element of the Bakken's growth, some firms are struggling to maintain a culture of growth. Brady Trucking Inc. has found a way to maintain a strong workforce. READ MORESHARE

The economic opportunities linked to the Bakken require service providers to cater to the oil and gas industry's every move. Some companies, like Rossco Crane, are finding ways to service the oil industry while expanding into new segments. READ MORESHARE